Pre-8th Grade Summer Enrichment Program
Important Dates 2007-2008
| Nov. 4th | Open House (11am-2pm) |
| Nov. 4th | Pre-8th Applications Available |
| Nov. 9th | Application Registration Deadline |
| Nov. 16th | Recommendation Deadline |
| Nov. 17th | Scholarship / Entrance Exam (8:30am) |
| Nov. 23rd | Financial Aid Request Deadline |
| Jan. 4th | Admission Decisions Mailed |
| Jan. 25th | Class of 2012 Registration Deadline |
| Apr. 12th | 7th Grade Practice Test |
What?…
The Pre-8th Grade Program is a five-week summer program
designed for students who have completed seventh grade. It
includes computer education, creative writing, and algebra, and
it is complemented by a program of sports including basketball,
soccer, swimming, ping-pong, volleyball, and wiffle ball.
Where?…
The program takes place at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School located
at 18th Street and Girard Avenue in North-Central Philadelphia.
Students are bused from Philadelphia and its surrounding counties (Download Bus Schedule).
The instructors are Prep faculty and the building is air-conditioned.

When?…
Monday through Friday, June 23 to July 23, 8:45am to 1:00pm.
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Thursday, July 24
Who?…
Boys and girls who have completed seventh grade are eligible.
The maximum number of participants is 500.
How?…
Please complete the application (click here to download) and forward it along with
a $150.00 deposit to reserve a place. Deposits are non-refundable
after March 3, 2008 and the balance is due prior to the start of the program. Places
fill quickly. Forward application as soon as possible.
How Much?…
Tuition...................................................................................$ 1,200.00
Books & Diagnostic Testing..............................................$ 75.00
Bus Transportation (optional) ..........................................$ 300.00
Shuttle Service (optional) ..................................................$ 110.00
Diagnostic Testing…
Monday, June 23, 8:45am to 1:00pm.
Practice Test…
Seventh grade boys and girls may take the 7th Grade Practice
Test on Saturday, April 12, 8:30am to 11:30am. The test
administered is the H.S.P.T. (High School Placement Test).
For Additional Information…
Please contact the Summer School Office at
215-978-1954.

